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Apalachicola
December 2001 523
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December 2003 858
December 2004 946
December 2005 1,288
December 2006 1,189
December 2007 1,660
December 2008 1,135
December 2009 1,258
December 2010 1,310
December 2011 1,209
December 2012 1,071
December 2013 963
December 2014 1,020
December 2015 1,005
December 2016 865
December 2017 1,002
December 2018 986
December 2019 1,188
St. George Island
December 2017 557
December 2018 518
December 2019 661
Eastpoint
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PRESIDENT
Donna Duncan 653-8976
VICE-PRESIDENT
Bud Hayes 927-3305
TREASURER
Jerry Hall 653-9510
SECRETARY
Jean Ulrich 653-2900
Kristin Anderson 653-2249
Bonnie Kellogg
509-5009
Ginny Griner 653-8853
Beverly Hewitt 653-9510
Mike Koun 653-2191
Michael Shuler 653-1757
Sara Ward 653-1399
Debbie Flowers 670-4000
Andrea Duval 653-2512
Executive Director
John C. Solomon
execdirector@apalachicolabay.org
850-370-6602
Executive Assistant Apalachicola Center
Samantha Gilbert
850-653-9419
Assistant St. George Island Center
Nancy Hodgson
850-927-7744
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Business Luncheons and Business After Hours
If you or your business is interested in hosting a Business Luncheon or a Business After Hours in 2017-18, please feel free to call the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce at 850-653-9419 or email
John C. Solomon at
execdirector@apalachicolabay.org
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24th Annual Forgotten Coast Chef Sampler
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Tickets are SOLD OUT
Silent Auction
The 24th Annual Forgotten Coast Chef Sampler is just around the corner. As many of you well know the Chef Sampler is the one fundraiser the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce holds annually.
A large part of the money raised at the Chef Sampler comes from the silent auction. This is mad e possible by donations made by our wonderful members. No item is too small or too large.
If you would like to donate something to the silent auction please email me
John Solomon at Execdirector@apalachicolabay.org or Samantha Gilbert at info@apalachicolabay.org
or Nancy Hodgson at Sginancyh@gmail.com or feel free to call us at 850-653-9419 or 850-927-7744.
We will be glad to come by and pick the items up.
Thank you in advance for supporting the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce.
2020 Table Sponsors
  
       
J.V. Gander Distributors
Butts & Clucks Cook-Off on the Bay State Championship
*** Results***
QDS Smoker Drawing
Boog-A-Lou Smoke Crew
Sauce Competition
Chicken
Uncle Kenny's BBQ
Pork
Uncle Kenny's BBQ
Overall
1. Uncle Kenny's BBQ
2. The Food Truck
3. Girly Q
3. Uncle Buck's BBQ
The Cluck that Came from the Butt Contest
1. Rebecca Bone
2. Joe Griffin
3. Susan Schmidt
People's Choice
Uncle Kenny's BBQ
Best Rig
Uncle Buck's BBQ
Chicken
1. John's Real South BBQ
2. Pig-Chicka -Cow-Cow
3. Swamp Crakers
4. Spankin Butts BBQ
5. Uncle Kenny's BBQ
6. Bull Rush BBQ
7. Going Yard BBQ
8. The Saucy Pig
9. Backyard Bro's
9.
Boog-A-Lou Smoke Crew
Ribs
1. Bull Rush BBQ
2. Pig-Chicka-Cow-Cow
3. Nice Racks BBQ
4. Jack's Old South
5. Matt Daddy's BBQ
6. Big Butts BBQ
7. Backyard Bro's
8. John's Real South
9. Boog-A-Lou Smoke Crew
10. Bayshore Porkers
Pork
1. Hold Your Horses BBQ
2. Boog-A-Lou Smoke Crew
3. Vandals BBQ
4. Backyard Bro's
4. Uncle Kenny's BBQ
6. Pig-Chicka-Cow-Cow
7. Black Jack Oak
8. Matt Daddy's BBQ
9. Off The Chain BBQ
10.Double Deuce Smokin BBQ
Brisket
1. Bull Rush BBQ
2. Going Yard BBQ
3. Jack's Old South
4. Smoke It Up BBQ
5. Backyard Bro's
6. Matt Daddy's BBQ
7. John's Real South BBQ
8. Off The Chain BBQ
9. Vandals BBQ
10. Uncle Kenny's BBQ
Overall
1. Bull Rush BBQ
2.
Pig-Chicka-Cow-Cow
3. Backyard Bro's
4. Boog-A-Lou Smoke Crew
We would like to Thank all 35 teams and 42 Judges who made the trip to Apalachicola to compete in is years Butts & Clucks Cook-Off. State Championship your involvement made this year a huge success.
We would also like to thank our amazing sponsors.
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We are a Family Owned beer and wine only live music venue. Hours are Wednesday - Sunday from 2-10pm. Serving up cold beer and High Fives! located at 15 Ave F in Apalachicola
Preferred Payroll is a payroll company that offers Bookkeeping, Tax Solutions, Timekeeping, HR On Demand, & Employee Benefit Solutions. Located in Tallahassee, Florida with a team that has over 25 years of combined payroll experience, Preferred Payroll delivers customizable solutions to fit your unique needs.
Every year in the United States, nearly 10 million pieces of furniture and assessorites are discarded into landfills. The world is full of family heirlooms and fleamarket finds that deserve a second chance.
Looking for something? Come find that unique piece of vintage furniture you've been searching for that will pull together that unfinished room in your home or beach house. And check out our curated selection of gently used vintage accessories, new items that reflect period charm and elegant restraint as well as just plain cool stuff.
Stop by: 280 Water Street, Apalachicola, FL 32320
Ann's Touch of Class Cleaning
Service
Owned and operated by Ann Richards. Provides experienced Commercial and Personal Cleaning, 16 years of experience. Insured and Licensed, will travel and particularly adapt in concerns and needs. References can be provided.
Ed's Red officially hit the market in 2001. Ed began selling his hot sauce to local grocery stores, restaurants and directly to enthusiastic consumers. Even though the demand for his product started to grow statewide, Ed continued to bottle his sauce out of his kitchen to ensure that each bottle met his strict standards. It took several years but Ed eventually found the right partnership that is as protective of the quality of the Ed's Red recipe as he is. This partnership has allowed Ed to bring his unique recipes, which include Hot Sauce, XX Hot, Cocktail Sauce, and Pepper Sauce, to the masses.
Owned and operated by Brecque Woodke specializes in Sports/ Performance
Bodywork, Deep Tissue, Thai Massage, Stretch Therapy
, C.O.R.E. Myofacial Structural Integration and has 10 years continuous as a professional masseur.
Captain Ron is a lifelong resident of Franklin County. His guide captain business provides outdoor activities such as inshore & river fishing, adventure tourism, sightseeing, sunset and river cruises. He captains from vessels including several suited for fishing and a cabin boat which provides shelter from the conditions and has seating inside as well as a restroom. The sunset cruises in the bay are incredible and are a can't miss activity while visiting the Forgotten Coast.
Member News
Art of Glass
Looking for something to do on a rainy day?
Down on vacation? Need something for the kids to do?
Or just have an artistic side.
Art of Glass in Apalachicola has just started
Bits and Pieces
One-hour drop in art classes.
You pick your canvas glass and other media and create your work of art
When it's completed, we coat it in a clear epoxy resin and you can pick up your masterpiece the next day.
Just call Deborah at art of glass 47 market street Apalachicola
850-370-1019
Call ahead with a time and a day that's convenient for you & your group or just show up.
3 convenient classes held daily at 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Great for parties or company outings Great for you to bring something special home from your vacation that you can enjoy for years.
Art of Glass is located at 47 Market St. directly across the street from the Gibson Inn at the foot of the bridge in Apalachicola
Dream Vacations
Are you planning to fly domestically in 2020? Skiing in Vermont? Hiking in Yellowstone? Before your trip, check your driver's license - without a star you won't get far! Make sure you are REAL ID ready before October 1, 2020. Reach out to Dream Vacations if you have questions.
www.pastimetravel.com or 850-778-8770
Our $10,000 vacation giveaway is here! Enter by April 15th, 2020 for the chance to go on the getaway of a lifetime!
High Five Dive Bar
Business After Hours and Business Luncheons
If you or your business is interested in hosting a Business Luncheon or a Business After Hours in 2018-19, please feel free to call the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce at 850-653-9419 or email John C. Solomon at execdirector@apalachicolabay.org
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Dixie Theatre
American Pie Revisited
When: Friday, January 31, 2020
What: American Pie Revisited is an interactive, multi-media, music performance celebrating the songs and pop culture of the late 60's and early 70's, performed by acclaimed singer and guitarist, John Reno. The show features both iconic photographs and videos of bygone days along with many tunes that are crowd favorite sing alongs. This will be John's 5th Appearance at the Dixie having previously performed his fabulous Tribute to Jim Croce for 3 seasons and America Pie last season. We're so looking forward to this talented fellow performing some of the best years of music including Don McLean, James Taylor, Paul Simon and many, many more. Come have some fun!
Dixie Theatre
John Reno Jim Croce Tribute
When: Saturday, February 1, 2020
What: Discover why audiences are cheering for this Tribute to Jim Croce, one of America's most enduring singer-songwriters. John Reno blends acoustic guitar and vocals to capture the essence of a man whose musical gifts transcend time. This show features the greatest hits of his tragically short career, from the rollicking "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" and "You Don't Mess Around with Jim" to his more heartfelt ballads, "I'll Have to Say I Love You in A Song", "Operator" and "Time in A Bottle." John covers the Croce catalogue, offering anecdotes about the late performer and the characters who inspired his songs. "Jim Croce would love this... because it's all there... the stories, the music, the songs! John Reno, thank you for taking us on a musical journey through time, protecting Jim's legacy and keeping his music alive." - Ingrid Croce
Douce Ambiance - Jazz with a Gypsy Flavor
February 2 @ 3:00 pm -
5:00 pm
Douce Ambiance - Jazz with a Gypsy Flavor, the Tallahassee based Jazz Trio is Randall Closson, Jordan N.C. Morrison and Trevor Suter. These three gifted artists create the magical world that is Gypsy Jazz, a style of jazz started by the legendary Romani guitarist Jean "Django" Reinhardt in Paris during the 1930s. Journey back to the Hot Club of France and an afternoon of Gypsy Jazz favorites and Douce Ambiance at Cat Pointe Music on Sunday, February 2nd at 3:00 pm. And don't forget to BYOB!
Forgotten Coast Parrot Head Club Gathering of the Phlock
February 5 @ 5:00 pm -
6:30 pm
The Forgotten Coast Parrot Heads will come together for our monthly Gathering. We will meet at Doc Myers Island Pub on St. George Island. The phlocking will begin at 5:00, with a few minutes of socializing, some bird business, and phun and games to conclude the proceedings! Not a member? Not a problem! Come on out and see what we mean when we say "We Party with a Purpose!"
The Purvis Brothers & the Encore Band
When: Friday and Saturday, February 7 and 8, 2020
What: A Tribute to the Music of Willie Nelson starring the Purvis Brothers and the Encore Band. Audiences will remember this incredibly talented group of musicians that have played the Dixie Theatre many times with Margo Anderson's Tribute to Patsy Cline. Mike Purvis guitar, Wendel Purvis rhythm guitar, Frank Purvis bass guitar, Myron Spainhour keyboards, Ronnie Weeks, drums, Stewart Stanley steel guitar, and Rick Weathersby harmonica. This show promises to be a fabulous time, as last seasons performance sold out so fast, we had to add another show. Tickets will sell quickly, don't miss out.
Apalachicola Farmers Market
Saturday,February 8th & 22nd
9am-1pm
Located at the Mill Pond Pavilion at 479 Market St. in Apalachicola come out to get Local seafood, produce, honey, homemade breads, pies, jewelry, art and other regional specialties offered every 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 9 AM until 1 PM. If you or someone you know offers home grown or hand made products, and is interested in becoming a vendor, please email
Ninth Annual St. George Island Tour of Homes
The ninth annual St. George Island Tour of Homes will be Saturday, February 8, 2020, and once again opens seven unique island residences to the public, offering visitors a view of island living.
Hours of the tour are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are available online at sgitourofhomes.com or at the Lighthouse Gift Shop at the center of St. George Island. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 on the day of the tour.
The tour homes showcase the distinct architecture, décor, landscape and vistas on the island, from the gated St. George Plantation on the West to the beautiful gulf views on the East End.
"Wright in Paradise" a new beachfront home in the Plantation, is an expansive home with an intimate appeal. Highlights consist of a screened porch with a fireplace, three seating areas including a media room for the sports enthusiast, and décor that transform driftwood, beach glass and shells.
"Laid Back" welcomes you with a graceful, symmetrical façade. Inside, where colorful furniture and fabrics stand out against white walls, tradition and family are showcased in heirloom furniture and artwork, including a Tom Tiffin original of the owner's parents on a beach stroll.
The third home in the Plantation, "Lee Shore" is a modern, full-time home featuring mid-century modern design and mixed-pattern textiles create energy. Overlooking the bay and often in view of nesting eagles, the homes impeccably placed art, local and international, is festive, fanciful and serene.
"Banana Republic" highlights treasures from the owner's time living and traveling over three continents. A carved fish from Wewahitchka cypress and a kitchen island base from a 300-year-old Belgian church come together in this perfectly homey house with a peaceful bay view.
"Bay Haven" is a house where right angles do not rule and refreshing lifestyle reigns. Almost every room opens to a balcony or deck and the interior style is a successful, unexpected mixture of wicker, rich dark furniture, sea colors and earth tones. From every angle, this house says, "bay life is beautiful".
The brand new "Papaw's Sandbox" is built on a property bought in 1958. This six-bedroom, beachfront home is perfect for large families. The top-floor living area welcomes with spacious seating and a chef's dream kitchen - complete with coffee bar. The covered porches are perfect for dolphin watching and showcase the curvature of St. George Island.
The McLendon house is effortlessly elegant and stylish. This beachfront home marries unexpected styles - the main living room is combination of French country and modern and shades of blue. Wave and herringbone patterns in the counters, fabrics, and floors lead the eyes to find pleasure anywhere they look and all the way to the horizon.
The Plantation Clubhouse is once again on the tour and will present an exhibit of photography by John Spohrer. Also open to tour participants is the Cape St. George Lighthouse and the Keeper's House Museum and Gift Shop.
Tour weekend begins with a Friday evening Kick-Off at the Jay Abbott Firehouse from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The evening includes raffle items, refreshments, door prizes and a presentation on local aquaculture by Carrie Jones with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Admission is free to tour ticketholders and $5 for others. Seating is limited.
The St. George Island Tour of Homes is sponsored by the St. George Lighthouse Association, a non-profit Florida corporation that preserves, maintains and promotes the lighthouse. The tower was restored in 2008 after collapsing in 2005, and the Keeper's House Museum was added in 2011. Proceeds from the Tour of Homes support the maintenance of the lighthouse, keeper's house and lighthouse park.
For more information, please visit our website at
www.sgitourofhomes.com.
February 9 @ 8:00 pm
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10:00 pm
A Tribute to the Music of Willie Nelson starring the Purvis Brothers and the Encore Band. Audiences will remember this incredibly talented group of musicians that have played the Dixie Theatre many times with Margo Anderson's Tribute to Patsy Cline. Mike Purvis guitar, Wendel Purvis rhythm guitar, Frank Purvis bass guitar, Myron Spainhour keyboards, Ronnie Weeks, drums, Stewart Stanley steel guitar, and Rick Weathersby harmonica. This show promises to be a great time, tickets are selling quickly, don't miss out.
Ken Sizemore - "The Old Folkie"
The iconic Ken Sizemore returns to Cat Pointe Music for an afternoon of vintage folk and pop music. "The Old Folkie" offers up a wonderful full course musical menu that is sure to please. Ken performs the "classic" folk and pop music of the 50's, 60's and 70's and his repertoire is vast and diverse; songs by such artists as Peter, Paul, and Mary, The Kingston Trio, Pete Seeger, Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie and John Denver to name just a few. Don't miss this musical legend: Ken Sizemore in concert at Cat Pointe Music on Sunday, February 9th at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $15 and BYOB is encouraged!
INConcert Series presents Aleksandra " Sasha" Kasman, Pianist, Franck/Medtner/Rachmaninoff .
Music by composers Medtner, Franck, and Rachmaninoff will be performed. Kasman, who was born into a musical family from Moscow, made her piano debut performance at the age of 13. She holds an M.M. degree from Juilliard School of Music, was recently named the 2019/2020 Young Artist in Residence of NPR's Performance Today, and has performed across the U.S., Italy, Russia, Ukraine, France, and Japan. A reception at Trinity's Benedict Hall will be held after the concert
Full Moon & Sunset Lighthouse Climb
The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a Full Moon & Sunset Lighthouse Climb on Sunday, February 9, 6-8 pm in Carrabelle, FL. Visitors can enjoy this opportunity to see the gorgeous natural surroundings of the St. George Sound, Carrabelle Beach, and Dog Island, under the night sky at this special Crooked River Lighthouse evening climb.
At February's Full Moon event, the Crooked River Lighthouse will have fun entertainment with karaoke night. Come share your vocal skills and win fun awards! Guests can also enjoy s'mores around the fire pit (weather permitting). Visitors can climb to the top of the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast, Crooked River Lighthouse, to see breathtaking views of the bay under the glow of the sunset and the rising Full Snow Moon. Cost is just $8. The museum and gift shop will also be open for guests' enjoyment. All climbers must be 44 inches tall.
Presented by James Hargrove. Come learn about the feathered winter residents of habitats like Tate's Hell, East Bay, and St. George Island. James will also show you some bird ID tricks and highlight some upcoming opportunities to practice your birding skills in the coming months. Photos by Jim Mott.
INConcert Series: FAMU Faculty Valentine Jam
Enjoy Valentine's Day in the intimate setting of Rio Carrabelle with a concert of Jazz Standards and Romantic Ballads. Bring your own champagne! Reservations can be made online at
riocarrabelle.com
H'COLA's Annual African-American History Festival will be held Feb. 14-16, 2020. This event is a celebration of African-American history, life, music and culture. This outdoor, family-oriented event is filled with varied artists and entertainers, children's activities, arts, history, education, health & wellness and more. There will be live entertainment throughout the two day event. The event is held in Apalachicola at Franklin Square 6th Street between Avenues L&M.
February 16 @ 3:00 pm -
5:00 pm
The much loved Von Wamps return to Cat Pointe Music for an afternoon of their very special original songs as well as favorite covers!
Guitarist Peter Fletcher
February 15
The Apalachicola Margaret Key Library Literary Salon program presents a concert by acclaimed classical guitarist Peter Fletcher. Fletcher made his New York Debut at Carnegie Hall in 2007 and played there again in 2017 to rave reviews. He performs throughout the U.S., and music critics say of him that "he handles and plays guitar works with pristine brilliance and aplomb, with warmth, skill, and a unique understanding of the music." He studied with Jose Tomas, teaching assistant to the great Andres Segovia, and currently divides his time between homes in Detroit and New York City. Free Admission with Ticket. Tickets can be picked up at the Library.
February 23 @ 3:00 pm -
5:00 pm
Atlanta based Joe Capo brings his unique style of music to Cat Pointe Music: Acoustic Parlor Guitar blends elements of blues, jazz and new age into original arrangements of popular tunes as well as original compositions. Don't miss this exciting artist!
ed and encouraged.
February 22 @ 11:00 am -
4:00 pm
The Mystic Krewe of Salty Barkers invite you to join in the Apalachicola Mardi Gras Barkus Parade on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020 Riverfront Park in downtown Apalachicola from 11-1 pm. Come out and enjoy the furry family-friendly street parade and festival. The band for the 2020 Apalachicola Mardi Gras Barkus Parade will be Hot Mess, a local American/Zydeco group.
INConcert Series: Mark Daniels & Rob Goodling
February 23 @ 4:00 pm -
5:00 pm
se Newell Fund for the Performing Arts INConcert Series presents Mark Daniels/Tenor and Rob Goodling/Piano - "From Singing Waiter to Broadway" (Opera tenor arias, Italian street songs, and Broadway show music).
INConcert Series: Leon Anderson Jazz Trio
Leon Anderson, Bill Peterson, piano and Brian Hall, bass are one of the Forgotten Coast's favorite trios. This will be a performance jam-packed with your favorite Jazz, Blues, and Bebop tunes, played in their unique style. Reservations can be made online at riocarrabelle.com.
Anniversary of Iwo Jima and African American Servicemen
February 29
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum presents special exhibits commemorating the anniversary of the Iwo Jima Battle and African-American Servicemen. These exhibits will open Saturday, February 1 at 11 am and be on display at the museum until February 29, 2020 at 5 pm. There is no charge for admission but donations are gladly accepted.
75 years ago on February 19, 1945, the 4
th Marine Division stormed the island of Iwo Jima. Deployed with them was the 476
th Amphibious Truck Company, an African American unit that trained at Camp Gordon Johnston. Although the 476
th was part of the US Army, the company was assigned to the artillery forces of the 4
th Marines for the assault landings on the island. This much decorated unit was part of the heavy fighting that day and the following days.
Throughout the month of February, the Camp Gordon Johnston Museum will have the special exhibits commemorating the anniversary of the Iwo Jima Battle and honoring African American servicemen in WWII including the 476
th Truck Company, other amphibious truck units as well as the Tuskegee airmen, who trained at nearby Dale Mabry Field in Tallahassee. Exhibits will include photos, video, and artifacts including some from the Marine Corps. The museum will also be screening several films , including "Red Tails", "Letters from Iwo Jima", and "Flags of Our Fathers" and will also have a vintage WWII vehicle on display at special times in February. Be sure to watch the museum's Facebook page for the schedule or call the museum for dates and times.
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